2008 Audi S4 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2008 Audi S4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 650 kg more than 2008 Audi S4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S4 | 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S4 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
